Dupath Farm, a commercial sheep farm in the UK, has achieved significant improvements in lamb carcase weight and value by selecting rams with superior genetic merit.
The farm, which has been in operation for over 50 years, has a strong focus on breeding and rearing high-quality lambs. To achieve this, they have implemented a rigorous selection process for their rams, using data from Signet Breeding Services to identify those with the best genetic potential.
By selecting rams with superior genetic merit, Dupath Farm has been able to increase the average carcase weight of their lambs by 10% and improve the overall value of their flock.
“We are thrilled with the results we have seen from using Signet’s data to select our rams,” said the farm’s manager. “The improvement in carcase weight and lamb value has been significant, and we are confident that this will continue to benefit our business in the long term.”
The farm’s success is a testament to the importance of genetic selection in improving the quality and value of sheep flocks. By using data from Signet Breeding Services, Dupath Farm has been able to make informed decisions about which rams to use, and has seen significant benefits as a result.
In addition to the improvement in carcase weight and lamb value, the farm has also seen an increase in the overall fertility of their ewes, which has helped to reduce the number of barren ewes and improve the overall efficiency of the flock.
The farm’s manager believes that the key to their success has been the use of data from Signet Breeding Services to select rams with superior genetic merit. “The data has been invaluable in helping us to make informed decisions about which rams to use, and has allowed us to achieve significant improvements in the quality and value of our flock,” he said.
“We are confident that this will continue to benefit our business in the long term, and we are excited to see the results of our breeding program in the years to come.”
The use of data from Signet Breeding Services has also allowed the farm to identify and breed rams with specific traits, such as muscling and fertility. This has enabled them to create a flock that is better suited to their specific needs and goals.
In conclusion, the use of data from Signet Breeding Services has been a game-changer for Dupath Farm, allowing them to make informed decisions about which rams to use and achieving significant improvements in the quality and value of their flock.
